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Visiting the Holsten Tor in Lübeck, Germany

June 5th, 2009
The Holstentor ("Holsten Gate") is a late Brick Gothic city gate, the only still existing one beside the Burgtor and part of the medieval fortifications of Lübeck in Germany. It consists of two round towers at the north and the south side with an arched… more »

The Mont Royal Fortress in Traben-Trarbach

June 23rd, 2008
In South-West Germany, not far from Trier, lies the wonderful village of Traben-Trarbach. Famous as a wine region and a great place to go trekking, this town also offers another remarkable point of interest: one of the largest fortifications ever build:… more »